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New Build approval rate in Birmingham

Birmingham approved of new build applications, based on 3,721 decisions analysed.

Last updated: September 2026

%
new build approval rate
3,721
New Build decisions
Approved
Refused
Birmingham overall

New Build applications are approved at roughly the same rate as the Birmingham average (–).

How new build compares in Birmingham

New Build (3,721 decided)
Birmingham all applications (29,760 decided)

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Other project types in Birmingham

Rear Extension (13,250 decided)
Side Extension (5,640 decided)
Dormer (2,363 decided)
Wraparound Extension (1,842 decided)
Garage / Parking (1,578 decided)
Front Extension (1,556 decided)
HMO (1,002 decided)
Loft Conversion (792 decided)
Outbuilding (757 decided)
Extension (General) (650 decided)
Flat Conversion (297 decided)
Conservatory (166 decided)
Basement (127 decided)
Annex (91 decided)
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